The Processional Of The Nuns Of Chester (1899)

The Processional of the Nuns of Chester is a historical book written by John Wickham Legg and published in 1899. The book is a comprehensive study of the medieval processional of the Benedictine nuns of Chester, a city in northwest England. The processional is a religious ceremony that involves a group of people, usually nuns or monks, walking in a particular order while carrying religious symbols and singing hymns.The book provides an in-depth analysis of the processional, including its history, structure, and significance. It also includes a detailed description of the music and lyrics used in the ceremony. The author has used various primary sources, including manuscripts and documents, to reconstruct the processional and its various components.The Processional of the Nuns of Chester is an important historical document that sheds light on the religious practices of medieval England. It provides valuable insights into the lives of the Benedictine nuns, their beliefs, and their relationship with the wider community. The book is a must-read for scholars of medieval history, musicology, and religious studies.The Processional Of The Nuns Of Chester, Edited From A Manuscript In The Possession Of The Earl Of Ellesmere At Bridgewater House.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.